Flying from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport to Madrid Airport.
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Reykjavik.
Flights from KEF to MAD start at 01:30 — the first with Iberia. The latest departure is at 15:50 with Fly Play. Overall, you can choose from three weekly Reykjavik Keflavik Airport to Madrid Airport flights.
Your KEF to MAD flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Travelling to Madrid (and then discovering more of Spain!) is easy with Fly Play. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport to Madrid Airport.
Fly Play is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Iberia is the most punctual carrier that offers KEF to MAD flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport to Madrid Airport. Here are the top stopovers between KEF and MAD:
London Heathrow Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Dublin Airport
Handy information about Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Of the departures from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport to Madrid Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to KEF:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
Book a hotel near MAD if you're catching a late Reykjavik Keflavik Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Madrid Airport rental car and explore Madrid and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are leading providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Madrid Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
From Madrid Airport, Madrid is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport to Madrid Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Madrid based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport to Madrid Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from KEF to MAD in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Spain waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Around 177 kilometres west of Madrid, Salamanca is another favourite stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.